R&D Technician I

🧪 Now Hiring: R&D Technician I

📍 Lake County, IL (100% Onsite)

📅 1-Year Contract (Potential for Extension Based on Performance & Business Needs)

K3-Innovations is seeking a motivated R&D Technician I to support non-clinical laboratory studies for a leading global biopharmaceutical organization. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career laboratory professionals looking to launch a career in preclinical research within a regulated scientific environment.

If you are detail-oriented, eager to learn, enjoy working in a collaborative team setting, and are comfortable working with laboratory animals, we'd love to hear from you!

Position Summary

The R&D Technician works closely with Study Directors, Toxicologists, Clinical Veterinarians, and Study Pathologists to support non-clinical laboratory studies in accordance with study protocols, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), DEA regulations, and company policies.

The successful candidate will assist with both in-life and terminal study activities while maintaining the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform necropsy support and general study-related laboratory activities.
• Assist with discovery research and non-clinical laboratory studies.
• Conduct animal health evaluations and observations.
• Administer test compounds according to study protocols.
• Collect biological samples for clinical evaluations.
• Perform weight measurements and maintain accurate study records.
• Prepare test compound formulations.
• Record study data accurately and maintain laboratory documentation.
• Support training on new laboratory techniques as assigned.
• Follow all SOPs, GLP guidelines, DEA policies, study protocols, and safety requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in a scientific discipline (No prior experience required!)
• OR
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) with at least four years of laboratory experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to accurately document laboratory data.
• Motivated, dependable, and eager to learn.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:
• Animal handling
• Blood collection
• Laboratory dosing techniques
• Non-clinical research studies

Physical Requirements

• Comfortable working with laboratory animals, including euthanasia procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment.

Work Environment

• Collaborative team-oriented laboratory environment.
• Opportunity to receive specialized technical training.
• Fast-paced scientific research setting.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday
• 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• Occasional weekday and weekend overtime may be required.